Fleet Operations Manager
Location: GH, AA, Accra
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Other

Company profile:
Technical staffing services from SGS – recruitment, pay roll services, in-country logistics, vendor managed services and specialist staff, anywhere in the world.Wherever your operations are based, you need to recruit the best manpower resources available. Our technical staffing service takes a global approach and as such operates a network of offices and laboratories around the world in over 150 countries.  Each local office is able to provide specialist support and respond to the changing demands of their local market whilst being part of a global network.We provide specialist knowledge to the international oil and gas, petrochemical, inspection, refinery, LNG, pipeline, shipbuilding industries and our clients are predominantly major operating companies, subsurface consultancies, international EPC and engineering companies.Our recruitment and service delivery team strives to provide the best blend of technical professionals and add value services to your projects - contract and permanent recruitment, pay roll and in-country logistics, vendor managed services and specialist staff, anywhere in the world.Our technical staffing services offer you cost effective recruitment solutions tailored specifically to your needs. As a result, we can act as your partner, supplying specialists from across the globe.Why use technical staffing services from SGS?We offer you over 40 years experience of providing highly specialized technical recruitment, contract management and payroll services to clients across the globe. As a result of our unique expertise, reach and resources, you can:Access the very best technical personnel through our extensive global databases and social media recruitment technologiesBenefit from a truly global reach which enables us to understand local challenges with the ability to apply global solutions and provide you with specialized local and expatriate technical personnel wherever and whenever they are requiredTrusted technical staffing services from one of the world’s leading suppliersOur technical staffing service provides a combination of project management support, third party/vendor inspection, recruitment and selection.As a global operator with strong local networks, and one of the world’s most trusted oil and gas technical recruitment partners, we provide dedicated and highly skilled personnel from a broad range of disciplines and industries:Oil &amp; Gas:Exploration and productionSubsurfaceDrilling and well servicesProject and inspection services  RefineryLNGPipelinePetrochemicalEnergy:Power – conventionalRenewablesNuclearProject and inspection services  Marine:ShipbuildingNaval and structuralProject and inspection services  Construction:Infrastructure and buildingArchitecturalCivil and structuralOther:PharmaceuticalTelecommunicationsOur technical staffing services include:Contract and leasing recruitmentPermanent and headhunting recruitmentProject management solutionsManaged service providerContract management supportPay rolling and tax compliant servicesIn-country logistics – managing flights, work permits, visas, accommodation and local transportationContact our technical staffing team today to discover how we can provide you with cost saving solutions and services

Job description:
The Fleet Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing all activities relative to the running of the fleet of vehicles of the company. This includes recruitment, staffing and training, management of administrative systems, reporting, budgeting, vendor contracts, dealership relations and maintaining the company’s fleet in optimal running condition.The position is based in AccraThe responsibilities for this office shall include but is not limited to the following:• Plans, schedules, and directs the operations of vehicle repair shops; develops and maintains effective shop safety and performance standards, policies, and procedures; assures accuracy of contractor shop and parts inventories; develops and oversees section budget.• Directs  the  service,  repair,  and  preventive  maintenance  of  the company’s  fleet  of vehicles; develops, implements, and supervises preventive maintenance programs; periodically reviews repair work and procedures to ensure accuracy, completeness, and efficiency; recommends vehicles for replacement, prepares specifications, and advices management on auction or disposal of company vehicles as necessary.• Investigates motor vehicle accidents, negotiates settlements, collects damages, and authorizes repairs to the company’s fleet of vehicles.• Plans and administers a preventive maintenance and vehicular replacement program.• Prepares cost analysis and periodic management and operational reports.• Reviews purchase requests and code various invoices in existing company software for new and replacement vehicles• Conduct periodic inspections of fleet of vehicles and workshops to ensure that adhereence to contractual provisions and company policies and procedures are done and submit quarterly reports to management.• Maintain knowledge of and compliance of all company policies, standard operating procedures and other documents that are appropriate to the workplace, ensuring that vehicle policies are adhered to by all employees.• Participate in company initiatives, including performance assessment and improvement, development process in accordance with approved company programs.• Report all accidents incidents, damages, breakdowns, safety and environmental hazards and community complaints to management in a timely manner.• Assist with Business Planning and budget preparation process including Budget Review Session and business plan submission and presentations• Become familiar with and strictly adhere to the company’s Health, Safety and Environmental standards. Act as a role model in complying with and supporting these standards and practices.

Requirements:
• Degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering/Automotive Engineering• 8-12 years automotive experience in operations management capacity, including two years of supervisory experience in automotive maintenance and repair and/or vehicular fleet operations.• Excellent Fleet Management Experience• Good Defensive Driver Acumen,• Must have good Oil product, Vehicle inspection and delivery procedure knowledge• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suits including Word and Excel• Excellent communication skills• Vehicle Tracking Experience• A valid driver’s license and excellent driving experience

Benefits:
An attractive package commensurate to the position